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Businessman Initiates Peace with K110,000 Compensation After Killing in Wapenamanda District

From Post-Courier · () English

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  • A local businessman in Papua New Guinea has paid K110,000 in compensation to prevent tribal fighting.
  • The payment was made to resolve a conflict following the killing of a man from the Yambalikin tribe by a man from the Waipilini tribe.
  • The Yambalikin tribe chose peace over revenge, with the businessman's contribution facilitating the compensation payment.

In the heart of Enga Province, a significant act of peacebuilding has unfolded in the Wapenamanda District, demonstrating a commitment to resolving conflict through dialogue and compensation rather than escalating violence. Local businessman Rex Kambao, Managing Director of South Pacific Construction Limited, has stepped forward, contributing a substantial K110,000 towards a compensation payment. This crucial intervention aims to avert a potential tribal war that could have erupted following the killing of a man from the Yambalikin tribe by a member of the Waipilini tribe.

The decision by the Yambalikin tribesmen to pursue peace over revenge is a testament to their desire for stability and community well-being. Mr. Kambao's generous contribution not only facilitates the necessary compensation but also underscores the vital role that local leaders and business figures can play in fostering harmony and preventing the devastating consequences of tribal conflict. This event highlights the intricate social dynamics at play in the region, where traditional customs and modern economic influences intersect, and where the pursuit of peace requires active participation from all sectors of society.

The compensation followed the recent killing of an innocent man from the Yambalikin tribe by a man from the Waipilini tribe that would have resulted in a tribal fighting, but the Yambalikini tribesmen choose peace over revenge.

· SourceDescribing the events leading to the compensation payment.
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